Economic Trends
Get the latest economic news and analysis to understand emerging economic trends and their impact on portfolios.
Critics Continue Fight Two Unpopular Social Security Provisions
By John ManganaroSocial Security's windfall elimination provision and government pension offset rules can be particularly hard on surviving spouses.
April 16, 2024
Life and Annuity Issuers Could Help Break the Banks: EconomistsA working paper details potential problems at mutual funds, pension plans and broker-dealers, as well as insurers.
April 15, 2024
12 Most Dynamic U.S. Metro Areas: 2024The metro that topped last year's ranking has plunged to No. 29.
April 15, 2024
Debate: Should the Government Force Mega-RMDs on Massive Retirement Accounts?A proposal in Biden's budget targets those who have saved at least $10 million in tax-preferred funds.
April 15, 2024
Schwab Beats Q1 Revenue Target After Tough YearThe final 10% of TD Ameritrade advisors and clients are moving to Schwab in May, says CEO Bettinger.
April 12, 2024
Here's What's Wrong With the 4% RuleFor investors who prefer a formulaic approach to retirement withdrawals, there's a better option.
April 11, 2024
Annuities Soar as Source of Life Insurer RevenueAt the same time, the share of the U.S. life companies' premiums tied to individual life insurance is shrinking.
April 10, 2024
Social Security 2025 COLA Estimate Climbs to 3%The Senior Citizens League's 2025 COLA projection increased again after jumping from 1.75% to 2.4% last month.